Budapest Duration: 4 days
Please note, this trip is currently Unconfirmed pending minimum numbers. Please do not book any flights (flights excluded option) until you receive our e-mail confirmation. UniLife will not be held responsible for any flight booked by participants on a pending trip.
Budapest is one of the hubs of eastern Europe; a prime destination in the region. That means you get the best of everything, with fantastic international cuisine from hidden food markets, iconic sights to see, and an extensive and intriguing history to learn about. The magnificent Parliament building is something to behold, which you can see from Buda Castle across the river, giving you unrivalled sunset views over the whole city.
Once the sun goes down, Buda comes alive with candlelit restaurants along the Danube and vibrant bars filled with travellers from all over Europe, such as the awesome Szimpler Ruin bar. One of the cheapest capitals we visit, there really is some much you can do without having to worry about your wallet. Because of this, it’s one of our favourite destinations for a weekend break.
Trip Highlights
Heroes' Square
Lukacs Thermal Bath
Itinerary
Day12nd February 2027
Travel day
Please note, this is a sample itinerary. No activities are included unless specified in the ‘What’s Included’ section.
- You’ll meet with your UniLife Trip Leaders at to the airport to catch your flight to Budapest (flight included option only)!
- Once landed, proceed through passport control and hop on your airport transfers to the accommodation (flight included option only).
- Our Trip Leaders will get you checked in and settled so you can make the most of your first evening in Budapest. We have plenty of recommendations from our many trips here, which we’ll share on the group chat so you can start getting to know the city!
Day23rd February 2027
Guided tour
Today, you will have chance to properly explore Budapest with a prearranged private guided walking tour. It’s a great way to get to know the city, with a knowledgable guide on hand to point out all the best hidden spots!
After the guided walking tour, you will have free time to visit any other landmarks of interest, grab food, or just relax with new friends.
Here are some of our recommendations for things to do with your free time:
- Start off with a walk around Buda Castle and the Fisherman’s Bastion – a great place for group pictures or views over the city. There are great options dotted around for a quick sandwich or snack while you continue sightseeing.
- The Pest side of the river (east) is the best for dinner choices. If the weather’s nice, there are a number of restaurants situated along the river’s edge for great sunset views.
Enjoy free time in the evening.
Day34th February 2027
Guided tour
This morning, the group will head to Lukacs Thermal Baths – one of Budapest’s historic public bathhouses and spa complexes fed by natural, mineral-rich hot springs bubbling up from deep underground geological fault lines.
In the afternoon, enjoy more free time. Here are some more recommendations:
- Explore the Great Market Hall and savour local flavours, including traditional Hungarian dishes.
- We’d recommend taking some time to wander around the Jewish Quarter of the city and learning about the tragic history of the area that led it to become one of the busiest and most thriving districts in Europe. There are a number of free walking tours every day, which the hostel reception will be able to point you in the direction of.
- Spend the evening checking out Budapest’s famous ruin bars, such as Szimpla Kert. Alternatively, if you book a boat party through us, party the night away while cruising along the Danube.
Day45th February 2027
Home
- We’ll check out of the hostel and put your bags in luggage storage.
- You’ll have a final chance to explore and see any sights you might have missed!
- After meeting back at the hostel, you’ll board your transfers back the the airport and board your flight back the UK (flight included option only).
- Once back, we’ll proceed through to the arrivals area, making the end of the trip. Until next time!
What's Included?
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Not Included
- Return Flights (Flights Excluded Option ONLY)
- EU Airport Transfers (Flights Excluded Option ONLY)
- UK Airport Transfers
- Breakfast or Other Meals
- Large Cabin Bag
- Any Ticket, Entry Fee or Activity Not Specified Above
Only what is listed as included is covered by your ticket and our health and safety policy.
Included in your ticket
Return Flights from London Airport (Flights Included Option ONLY)
Return flights with the group. Your boarding passes land in your account the day before you fly.
Where You'll Be
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Book Your Place
Book your place on our trip using the links to the tickets below.
What Happens After You Book
1
Pay the £165 Deposit
Your place is held straight away. The balance of £200 is due before the trip and you can pay it any time before then from your account.
2
Add Your Passport and Rooming
Log in and add your passport details and who you want to room with. We need these at least 4 weeks before departure.
3
Get Your Boarding Passes and Group Chat
Boarding passes land in your account the day before you fly, and your Trip Leaders run the group chat from the week before.
What Students Thought of This Trip 6 reviews
★★★★★"Our trip to Budapest was honestly one of the best trips we’ve ever been on. Maia and Amelie (our Trip Leaders) were incredible and communicated with us so efficiently throughout the trip. I would 100% recommend a trip through Unilife to all my friends - memories made for life!!"
Eve, February 2026
★★★★★"Just returned from a UniLife trip to Budapest. It was amazing! The booking process was super easy to navigate and the team were always on hand to assist with any questions or queries. Martin is amazing at helping you arrange the trip and cater it to your society’s needs."
Grace, February 2024
★★★★★"I recently went to Budapest on a trip with my uni kickboxing society. It was incredible and that was mostly down to UniLife and our amazing Trip Leader, Maia. She helped make sure we were all organized and safe but also fit in really well with our group and was so fun to be around."
Camilla, January 2025
★★★★★"The trip to Budapest was well organised; the journey was painless, and the selected hostel was great. Trip Leader Maia handled her role professionally while being a lot of fun. Her job was to make sure we had a good time, and we did."
Kareem, January 2025
★★★★★"Such a fun trip. Was so great to have Ben Hines with us who really knew everything about all the best spots in Budapest. He joined in with our trip/nights out and felt like another friend on our trip rather than the trip rep. Would definitely recommend booking with uni life if you want a stress free group trip"
Alice, June 2023
★★★★★"Was on the trip to Budapest and it was awesome! Martin from Unilife was extremely helpful with the booking and gave really prompt and detailed responses to all of our queries. On the trip, the leaders, Tara, Andrea and Ed were awesome and and extremely helpful, making sure the trip ran very smoothly. Thanks again!"
Nishant, February 2024
Any Questions?
Will there be free time?On the trip
You will have free time on your trip to spend and explore how you wish! We may include recommendations on the trip page or in the itinerary, but these are merely suggestions and you are under no obligation to follow them.
If you are out and about, we strongly encourage you to explore with other members of your group and keep the Trip Leader up-to-date with your plans.
Is the trip safe?On the trip
All our trips are fully risk-assessed and our suppliers adhere to our health and safety standards. Please note that, unless an aspect of the trip is explicitly mentioned in the ‘What’s Included’ section of your trip page, it does not fall under our health and safety policy and therefore participants partake in any additional activities at their own risk.
We ask participants to be mindful of their own safety and to inform their Trip Leader of anything that they feel could be a potential hazard or concern.
How much luggage can I take? Rooms & bags
The standard ticket will include a small, under seat bag with maximum dimensions of 40 x 30 x 20 cm. A normal cabin bag is NOT included in your ticket unless you purchase this as an add-on. These have a maximum dimension of 55 x 40 x 23 cm and vary in cost, depending on the availability of cabin bag spaces on your flight.
Please note, you will only be able to purchase a cabin bag until the deposit deadline date. After this date, you will only be able to purchase additional baggage at the airport.
We reserve the right to issue you a refund for the cost of the cabin bag in the instance the airline has sold out of cabin bag spaces.
What currency do I need?Money
The Currency used in your destination is the Hungarian Florint, although Euros are also widely used.
Having some cash is always useful on your trip, but not essential. The majority of establishments will accept card payments. Digital Bank cards such as Monzo, Revolut or Starling are particularly useful as they have low charges.
Do I need travel insurance?Money
Travel insurance is not included as standard in our ticket costs unless specified in the trip inclusions of your trip page. You MUST have valid travel insurance for your trip and medical coverage in the instance of an accident.
You can purchase travel insurance as an add-on during the checkout process, which is offered through our supplier, Endsleigh. More information can be found here – https://unilifeuk.com/advice/travel-insurance/
What other costs are there?Money
There is no City tax in Budapest.
If you have purchased add-ons, you will be provided with the necessary information and your ticket prior to arrival at your destination. If for any reason the activity gets cancelled or is unable to run, you will receive a full refund of the add-on within 14 days of being notified.
Will I need a visa?Travel docs
If you are an international student, you may require a visa to travel with us. This is the participants’ responsibility and UniLife will not be held responsible or liable in any way in the instance that participants cannot travel because they do not have the relevant visa required.
We will not provide refunds if participants fail to obtain a visa. Please visit this page to find out more information about visas.
We are happy to provide you with a personalised visa letter to support your application. Please e-mail contact@unilifeuk.com to request a visa letter.
How do I submit my passport details?Travel docs
We require full passport details at least 4 weeks before the date of departure. You can add your passport details by logging in and selecting ‘add/edit/passport details’ from your account section, or by following the link here.
We require all passports to have a minimum of 3 months’ validity from the date of travel. Please check your passport validity before you purchase a ticket. If you do require a new passport, this generally takes 6-8 weeks to arrive. However, fast track services are available. Please ensure that you apply for a new passport in a timely manner to prevent any delays or disruptions to your travel.
What type of accommodation will I be in?On the trip
Our accommodation varies depending on the destination, with a mix of hostel and apartments – don’t worry though, they are always high-rated!
The name of the accommodation will be confirmed in your trip Info Letter, which will be sent out once ticket sales have closed.
We stay in multi-bed rooms which are always kept private to the group – so you won’t be sharing with anyone outside of your booking!
If you have any questions or concerns about your accommodation, just get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.
How can I share a room with my friends?Rooms & bags
Your rooming preferences are recorded via the passport information section of your account. Please ensure you fill this out as soon as possible. We try our best to accommodate all requests, however are unable to in some cases.
We will always prioritise single-gender rooming requests over other preferences, and will release these to the group shortly prior to departure.
Can I sell my ticket? Money
Unfortunately, we can’t provide refunds for the trip deposit. However, If you can no longer attend the trip, it may be possible to sell your ticket to another participant, subject to the Airline or Ferry name change fees. Generally, this is £55 each way (£110 total for a return flight).
You can do this by following this link, where there are full instructions. If you are struggling to find someone to take your place, we would suggest asking your committee first.
Will there be Photos?On the trip
UniLife Trip Leaders, staff or suppliers may take photos of you/the group for promotional purposes. By booking onto the trip, you consent to your likeness being used in these images or videos.
If you DO NOT want to be included in these photos or videos, you can opt out at any time by emailing us at support@unilifeuk.com with your name, booked trip and ‘opt out’ in the subject line.
